Things We Hide From The Light: the Sunday Times bestseller and TikTok sensation – Lucy's new book Story of My Life is out now! (Knockemout™ Series) Paperback – 21 Feb. 2023

Lucy Score has once again proven her mastery of the romance genre with Things We Hide from the Light. The second installment of the Knockemout series brings readers a heartwarming and emotional story that will keep you engaged from beginning to end.The story revolves around Nash Morgan, the town's chief of police, who is recovering from a gunshot wound and grappling with panic attacks and nightmares. He's a charming, Southern gentleman known for his friendly demeanor, but now he's struggling with his inner demons. In contrast, Lina, his new neighbor, is a smart and sexy woman with her own secrets. The two form an instant connection, their physical attraction sizzling, and a profound emotional bond develops.Lina is a fantastic female lead character. She's strong, independent, and incredibly funny. Her witty comebacks, sassy attitude, and deep friendships with the other characters in the story make her instantly relatable and endearing. Readers will find themselves laughing and swooning right alongside her.Nash, on the other hand, is a beautifully complex character. He's vulnerable, sweet, and at times, frustratingly stubborn. The way the book portrays his struggle with PTSD and his past is both heart-wrenching and heartwarming. The romance between Nash and Lina is electric, and the epilogue is nothing short of tear-jerking.What sets Lucy Score's books apart are the relationships between the characters. The friendships and interactions among the women - Naomi, Sloane, and Lina - are a highlight, filled with humor and camaraderie. The various side stories, like the town's soccer game, boozy girls' time, and senior citizens working out with Stef and Lina, add depth and charm to the narrative.Things We Hide from the Light is not without its flaws; it can be long and slow in some parts, and the main characters are occasionally annoying. Nevertheless, Lucy Score's writing is pure magic, with its witty banter, sharp sarcasm, and delicious slow burn. Even with its imperfections, the story remains a joy to read.This small-town romance is a captivating and emotional journey that everyone should experience. Lucy Score has a knack for creating a world that readers won't want to leave. As we eagerly await Lucien and Sloane's story, one can only hope that there are more tales to be told about the charming characters of Knockemout, such as Stef and Jeremiah. Things We Hide from the Light is a testament to Score's storytelling prowess, leaving readers eager for more and ready to pack their bags to move to Knockemout if it were a real place.

REVIEWcw: PTSD, anxiety, on-page panic attacks, depression, past cardiac trauma, mentions of racism, addiction, homelessness, leukaemia, DV, misogynyI had been so excited to return to Knockemout, as I'd LOVED the first story as well as all of the characters. And, while I enjoyed this book for the most part, I felt the pacing was exceptionally slow at times. I just didn't think it needed to be almost 600 pages. That said, things really began to pick up around halfway, and once the story truly got going I became truly invested in Lina and Nash's relationship.I liked Lina immediately. Her sass was great, but I particularly liked her caring nature. I loved how gentle she was with Nash as she slowly discovered the extent of his PTSD, and I ADORED how she took care of him after his panic attack. I also appreciated it when they opened up to each other about their respective traumatic experiences. Her nickname for Nash made me giggle. For all I adored Lina’s confidence, her flustered side was also adorable.I'd loved Nash in the first book, and for the most part, he didn't disappoint in his book. He was SUCH a good guy, but I loved seeing his darker edges, as he battled with doing what was lawful, over what he really wanted to do. I thought his PTSD was particularly well-written, and his anxiety often felt visceral. My heart broke for him on so many occasions.I loved that, for all Nash's obvious attraction, he was so sincere and considerate during the events near the end of chapter thirteen. Meanwhile, Lina’s POV cracked me up. Their sleeping positions and particularly Lina’s reactions were hilarious. Piper's rescue was also both hilariously awkward and endearing. Lina’s reconciliation with her childhood friend Angie felt cathartic. I thought the narrative around racism was also well-written. I also found Nash’s letter from his father and the focus on addiction recovery incredibly moving. I appreciated it when both MCs finally let down their walls and revealed their vulnerabilities and fears, and I ADORED chapter forty-five. The wait was worth it. It was hot, but also SO sweet. I also loved their first date.Of course, what makes this series is all of the colourful supporting characters. As well as the usual Knockemout locals, it was fun to meet several new residents. I loved Mrs Tweedy, Nash and Lina’s neighbour. She was hilarious, and the 'Sweating with the Oldies' workout made me snort laughing. Meanwhile, Stef and Jeremiah were ADORABLE together. Meanwhile, I absolutely LOVED Nolan. The tension between him and Nash made me snort laughing on so many occasions. The career day rivalry cracked me up and only made me love Nolan even more. I was genuinely worried for him for a second but I LOVED his ending. Meanwhile, Melvin the FTA was hilarious. It was also fun to catch up with some familiar faces. I loved how easily Lina read Lucian. As for his and Sloane's dynamic? I am still giddy at the thought of their book. I loved Sloane and Nash’s talk in the library. Drunk Sloane and Naomi together were hilarious, but they also gave GREAT advice. I also loved Knox's advice to Lina, and his pre-wedding nerves were ADORABLE.When the action finally came it was exhilarating, but the players and venue were both predictable. I'd guessed the people and location as soon as they were originally mentioned. Still, I LOVED how Lina dealt with the situation and the proposal was hilarious. As for the epilogue? It was perfect, and the bonus one left me giddy again for the next book.While this was slow in parts, I ultimately enjoyed Nash and Lina's story.Overall Rating: ❤️❤️❤️❤️Heat Rating: 🔥🔥.5

I was very excited to delve back into the Knockemout series, with our favourites from Thing We Never Got Over, and Lucy Score did not disappoint with this sequel. I really enjoyed reading about Nash and Lina, and how they were both able to help one another through their dark times. Lucy really portrayed well, how Nash’s shooting has affected him. It was a bit of a slow burn, but I think necessary for the two characters given their past traumas, and that’s what I really enjoyed about the story; how they were both there for each other, even when they may not have wanted to, at times, and everything else that happens in the Knockemout town.Additionally, I absolutely adored the scenes between Lucian and Sloane; ever since the few they had from TWNGO. In this book, their scenes were an absolute delight to read and has really built the anticipation for their own story. I’m not even kidding, the enemies to loves trope and sizzling chemistry between the pair, I just know that their book is going to be my most anticipated read for 2023! I honestly can’t wait. (And that epilogue, and bonus epilogue we were treated to— an absolute delight!) I just wish for it to be September, already!